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Decorative Concrete Tile by EcoSimplista

April 20, 2022 by Contributor

EcoSimplista offers a wide selection of decorative concrete tiles.

12″ x 12″ Adobe Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-adobe-tile.html
Adobe, as a building material, dates from the Spanish colonization times. We have the ever popular 12″ x 12″ square tile-including this traditional Adobe Tile.

12″ x 12″ Belgium Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-belgium-slate-tile.html
Aside from chocolate and waffles, the tiny country of Belgium is known for it’s beautiful Slate. We have replicated that look and combined it with a 12″ x 12″ square tile. The tiles have a light hammered edge for a natural look.

12″ x 12″ Belgium Slate Tile – Sand Grout Lines
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-belgium-slate-tile-sand-grout-lines.html
Aside from chocolate and waffles, the tiny country of Belgium is known for it’s beautiful Slate. We have replicated that look and combined it with a 12″ x 12″ square tile. The tiles have a light hammered edge for a natural look. This version has a wider sand grout line. This gives the tiles the appearance of being grouted.

12″ x 12″ Flamed Granite Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-flamed-granite-tile.html
The look of 12″ tile, with the low cost and durability of concrete. We offer this stamp in your choice of three background textures – including this Flamed Granite.

12″ x 12″ Italian Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-italian-slate-tile.html
Italian Slate is used primarily for billard tables because in it’s natural state it is relatively soft and not suited for outdoor use. Now you can have the look of Italian Slate with the durability and low cost of concrete. Each tile has a hammered edge, for a natural look

12″ x 12″ Mexican Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-mexican-tile.html
Saltillo Mexican Tile, from the Saltillo region of Coahuila, Mexico is a time-honored classic look of the South West. The tiles are surrounded by a sand grout line for a more realistic quality.

12″ x 12″ Old Granite Tile 1/8″ – Sand Grout Lines
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-old-granite-tile-1-8-sand-grout-lines.html
Granite is a plutonic rock of the Earth’s crust, formed by the cooling of magma. We offer this highly natural looking Old Granite Cleft Stone in a 12″ x 12″ square tile pattern. Old Granite is easily characterized by veins running through the pattern. This pattern is available, as seen, with a 1/8″ grout line or a bolder 3/8″ grout line. Both versions have the look of a grouted, sand grout line.

12″ x 12″ Roman Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-roman-slate-tile.html
This concrete stamp couples the favored 12″ x 12″ tile with their most popular texture of Roman Slate for a perfect combination. Roman Slate, designed for Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, is consistently the most selected texture.

12″ x 12″ Sandstone Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/12-x-12-sandstone-tile.html
Sandstone is a sedimentary rock that is formed as pieces of earth have eroded and settled into the bottom of rivers, lakes and oceans. Cast from real stone, we have duplicated the look of natural Sandstone with a 12″ x 12″ square tile. This pattern has a thin grout line with straight-edge tiles.

18″ x 18″ Belgium Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/18-x-18-belgium-slate-tile.html
Aside from chocolate and waffles, the tiny country of Belgium is known for it’s beautiful Slate. We have replicated that look and combined it with a 18″ x 18″ square tile. The tiles have a light hammered edge for a natural look

18″ x 18″ Mexican Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/18-x-18-mexican-tile.html
Saltillo Mexican Tile, from the Saltillo region of Coahuila, Mexico is a time-honored classic look of the South West. We have combined the look into an 18″ x 18″ square tile pattern. The tiles are surrounded by a sand grout line for a more realistic quality.

18″ x 18″ Old Granite Stacked Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/18-x-18-old-granite-stacked-tile.html
Granite is a plutonic rock of the Earth’s crust, formed by the cooling of magma. We offer this highly natural looking Old Granite Cleft Stone in a 18″ x 18″ square tile pattern. Old Granite is easily characterized by the veins running through the pattern.

18″ x 18″ Old Granite Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/18-x-18-old-granite-tile.html?___SID=U
Granite is a plutonic rock of the Earth’s crust, formed by the cooling of magma. We offer this highly natural looking Old Granite Cleft Stone in a 18″ x 18″ square tile pattern. Old Granite is easily characterized by veins running through the pattern.

18″ x 18″ Roman Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/18-x-18-roman-slate-tile.html
We supply the 18″ x 18″ tile with their most popular texture of Roman Slate for a perfect combination. Roman Slate, designed for Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, is consistently the most selected texture.

21″ x 21″ Belgium Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/21-x-21-belgium-slate-tile.html
Aside from chocolate and waffles, the tiny country of Belgium is known for it’s beautiful Slate. We have replicated that look and combined it with a 21″ x 21″ square tile. The tiles have a light hammered edge for a natural look.

24″ x 24″ Coquina with Shells Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/24-x-24-coquina-with-shells-tile.html?___SID=U
Coquina Stone is a sedimentary rock mainly composed of seashells or coral. Now you can have the look of Coquina Stone with the low cost and durability of concrete. These 24″ square tiles are accented with an array of chevron seashells, starfish and seahorses. What a beautiful compliment to any outside landscaping. This piece is perfect for pool areas, as it has a natural traction to prevent slippage when wet.

24″ x 24″ Italian Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/24-x-24-italian-slate-tile.html?___SID=U
Italian Slate is used primarily for billard tables because in it’s natural state it is relatively soft and not suited for outdoor use. Now you can have the look of Italian Slate with the durability and low cost of concrete. Each tile has a hammered edge, for a natural look.

36″ x 36″ Flamed Granite Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/36-x-36-flamed-granite-tile.html?___SID=U
The Flamed Granite Tile set in a 36″ tile, achieves a natural stone appearance that will blend harmoniously with just about any landscape or architectural scheme, making it suitable for all types of exterior hardscaping – and interior applications as well. This pattern is sure to turn heads and boost curb appeal.

36″ x 36″ Old Granite Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/36-x-36-old-granite-tile.html?___SID=U
Granite is a plutonic rock of the Earth’s crust, formed by the cooling of magma. We offer this highly natural looking Old Granite Cleft Stone in a 36″ x 36″ square tile pattern. Old Granite is easily characterized by the veins running through the pattern.

36″ x 36″ Roman Slate Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/36-x-36-roman-slate-tile.html?___SID=U
We supply the 36″ x 36″ tile with their most popular texture of Roman Slate for a perfect combination. Roman Slate, designed for Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, is consistantly the most selected texture.

4″ x 4″ Flamed Granite Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/4-x-4-flamed-granite-tile.html?___SID=U
This stamp will provide you with the look of 4″ square tiles, with the low cost and durability of concrete. With a Flamed Granite background texture, this stamp measures 32″ x 32″.

5 Ft. Diameter Radius Cobblestone
https://www.ecosimplista.com/5-ft-diameter-radius-cobblestone.html?___SID=U
This unique stamp will create a 5′ diameter circle of lovely cobble stones.

6″ x 6″ Flamed Granite Tile
https://www.ecosimplista.com/6-x-6-flamed-granite-tile.html
The look of 6″ tile, with the low cost and durability of concrete. We offer this stamp in your choice of three background textures – including this Flamed Granite.

For more information, visit:
https://www.ecosimplista.com/shop/building/decorative-concrete.html

EcoSimplista – Your Eco-Friendly Home Improvement Company
217 SW 33rd Court, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315
(954) 565-5900
https://www.ecosimplista.com

The Milky Way over the Everglades

April 6, 2022April 4, 2022 by Contributor

I got up at 1:20am and gathered my gear to drive down to the Everglades to catch the Milky Way. The weather conditions were just right with clear skies, no moon, cool temperatures and a very light breeze that did not disturb the water surface. the cool weather kept the mosquitos in check. I arrived at one of the many lakes around 3:00am in the Everglades National Park. My goal was to try out some new techniques to capture the Milky Way. This image of the Milky Way is made up of 20 images that were stacked to reduce the noise and provide more definition to the stars in the night sky. Taken 03-30-2022

The Milky Way over the Everglades — Everglades-MilkyWay-2022_03_30-1360-1380-stacked

AFM Safecoat All Purpose Exterior Satin Paint

March 22, 2022 by Contributor

Safecoat All Purpose Exterior Satin is a sophisticated, premium quality, fast curing paint designed for a variety of exterior surfaces where a durable, weather resistant finish and superior film formation properties are needed. Safecoat formulas are uniquely designed for optimal indoor air quality and minimal exposure to chemical toxicity. They are ideally suited for areas in which the health of occupants is of particular concern, including schools, hospitals, homes and offices. Safecoat contains no formaldehyde, ammonia, aromatic hydrocarbon compounds, exempt solvents or hazardous air pollutants.

Advantages:

Durable satin finish.
Low odor, safely used by the chemically sensitive.
Fights indoor air pollution, limits offgassing.
Zero VOC content, meets or exceeds all federal and state air quality regulations, including California.
Fade and Chalk Resistance.

Our Mission
As Florida’s leader and supplier of eco-friendly building supplies and home solutions, the mission of Eco Simplista is quite simple. We believe the use of non-toxic, sustainable products and services will update and enhance your home, while bettering our world. For us home design is a combination of functionality, style and endurance, combined with a moral, social and environmental responsibility. At Eco Simplista design is about creating solutions from natural elements. Eco Simplista is here to help you to live, create, and innovate an environmentally responsible lifestyle.

EcoSimplista – Your Eco-Friendly Home Improvement Company
217 SW 33rd Court.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315
(954) 565-5900
https://www.ecosimplista.com/

AFM MetalCoat Acrylic Metal Primer

March 15, 2022 by Contributor

AFM Safecoat MetalCoat Acrylic Metal Primer is an outstanding thermoplastic acrylic emulsion primer fortified with rust inhibiting pigments.

It can be used on interior and exterior metal surfaces such as galvanized and masonry, steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous metal. Safecoat MetalCoat Acrylic Metal Primer has very low odor and zero VOC, making it one of the least toxic metal primers available, formulated without the heavy metals and other hazardous ingredients commonly used. Provides a tough, flexible film, producing outstanding corrosion resistance and excellent adhesion. It is suitable as a finish in a three primer coat application. May be recoated with a variety of other finishes, and is an excellent foundation for Safecoat paints.

Features:

Prevents rust
Use on interior/exterior metal surfaces
Low in odor and contains zero VOCs

EcoSimplista – Your Eco-Friendly Home Improvement Company
217 SW 33rd Court.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315
(954) 565-5900
https://www.ecosimplista.com/

Barn Doors, Hanging Hardware & Tracks

February 14, 2022 by Contributor

Barn Doors, Hanging Hardware & Tracks By EcoSimplista

Barn Doors are a new way for adding doors in homes and minimizing the door space. They slide on wheels in solidly mounted tracks and are easy to open & quiet.
Designed for the Interior of your home and Custom built to your specifications by EcoSimplista

These doors take about 2-3 weeks to build
1 1/2″ thick
It is delivered fully built
Hardware not included but call us to decide on which hardware would be best for you Barn Door. Hardware Kits – Barn Door Hardware, Handles, Tracks

Watch this short video for measuring a door Frame for A Hanging Barn Door

3 Panel Craftsman Barn Door – https://www.ecosimplista.com/3-panel-craftsman-barn-door.html
The 3-Panel Craftsman Sliding Barn Door adds a modern craftsman touch to a traditionally rustic barn door design. The door has the traditional standard frame, and contains a solid core with the classic craftsman 3 panel design.

5 Panel Acrylic Barn Door – https://www.ecosimplista.com/5-panel-acrylic-barn-door.html
The Contemporary 5-Panel Glass Barn Door is the ultimate addition to any home. All doors are made from alder wood, and frosted or clear acrylic glass, offering your choice of transparency and modern design.

Artisan 2 Panel Barn Door – https://www.ecosimplista.com/artisan-2-panel-barn-door.html
The Artisan 2-Panel door is a variation of the 2-Panel door. The X in the lower half adds a distinct look and rush of rustic into any home decor. The door itself is made with mortise and tenon joinery, along with engineered Alder rails and stiles to ensure the doors longevity.

Artisan Brace Barn Door – https://www.ecosimplista.com/artisan-brace-barn-door.html
The Artisan Brace barn door is a time tested design with an Artisan touch. The door is divided into two panels. Vertical T&G is strengthening the core and engineered alder rails and stiles strongly holds the door square. The door itself is made with mortise and tenon joinery and crafted to the custom specifications ordered by each customer.

Chalkboard Barn Door – https://www.ecosimplista.com/chalkboard-barn-door.html
The Chalkboard Sliding Barn Door is a simple and functional addition to any creative home or space. The chalkboard center can capture ideas, act as a calendar, or display fun artwork done by the little ones. The barn door is made from hand-selected Engineered Alder Wood for the highest quality and lowest warping or movement by the wood. The chalkboard has a solid core wood center and a thick chalkboard coated exterior for continued use.

Reclaimed Panel Barn Door – https://www.ecosimplista.com/reclaimed-panel-barn-door.html
The Reclaimed Panel Barn Door is made from hand-picked nature-aged lumber. Because of the unique quality of nature-aged wood we do not paint or stain the doors in our shop.

Z Sliding Barn Door – https://www.ecosimplista.com/z-sliding-barn-door.html
The Z Sliding Barn Door is the essence of barn doors. While there is no limit in how the door is used, the simple construction and recognized Z design recalls recognition in the minds of all who see. The door is built with a paneled core of vertical boards. The top and the bottom have a piece of wood horizontal that is routed out, and the center panels slide into the groove. This creates a double sided door that looks good from either side.

Wide assortment of Barn Door Hardware – https://www.ecosimplista.com/shop/building/barnwood-doors-and-tracks/tracks.html

Barn Door Handles – https://www.ecosimplista.com/shop/building/barnwood-doors-and-tracks/handles.html

Barn Doors, Hardware and Handles – https://www.ecosimplista.com/shop/building/barnwood-doors-and-tracks.html

EcoSimplista – Your Eco-Friendly Home Improvement Company
217 SW 33rd Court.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315
(954) 565-5900
Contact Form: https://www.ecosimplista.com/reach-us/

Rough Seas at Dania Beach Fishing Pier

January 17, 2022 by Contributor

The rough seas at Dania Beach Fishing Pier preceded yesterday’s cold front that came through later on the day.

To order: https://www.leesmithphotos.com/2022/01/rough-seas-at-dania-beach-fishing-pier/
Send your request and include your address so I can determine shipping. Thank you

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Shipping and Taxes not included
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Prints (glossy or lustre, just a print, no frame):
8 X 12 – $25.00
12 X 18 – $45.00
20 X 30 – $90.00

Canvas Gallery Wrap – ready to hang
16 X 24 – $115.00
30 X 45 – Professionally Printed on High Quality Canvas & stretched over a handcrafted wood frame – $550.00

Metal Prints – ready to hang
12 x 18 – $125.00 includes hanging wire & frame mount
16 X 24 – $199.00 includes hanging wire & frame mount
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If you want a larger print or have it printed on other materials – message me for a quote
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©2022 Smitty’s Holdings, Inc. – All rights reserved
Taken: 2022-01-16

Reclaimed Wood from EcoSimplista

January 13, 2022 by Contributor

Reclaimed Wood

https://www.ecosimplista.com/shop/building/lumber/reclaimed-wood.html

Reclaimed Brown Wood
Reclaimed wood is salvaged from old homes, warehouses and historic mills throughout the Southeastern U.S. All the reclaimed wood is hand-milled for reuse in homes, offices, stores, and restaurants.

Thickness: 3/4″
Width: Various Widths
Length: Various Lengths 3′-7′

Each batch of reclaimed wood is unique and varies from the picture shown here.
https://www.ecosimplista.com/reclaimed-brown-wood.html

Reclaimed Brown Wood Fencing
Reclaimed wood is salvaged from old homes, warehouses and historic mills throughout the Southeastern U.S. All the reclaimed wood is hand-milled for reuse in homes, offices, stores, and restaurants.

Thickness: 3/4″
Width: Various Widths
Length: Various Lengths 3′-7′

Each batch of reclaimed wood is unique and varies from the picture shown here.
https://www.ecosimplista.com/reclaimed-brown-wood-fencing.html

Reclaimed Brown Wood Siding
Reclaimed wood is salvaged from old homes, warehouses and historic mills throughout the Southeastern U.S. All the reclaimed wood is hand-milled for reuse in homes, offices, stores, and restaurants.

Thickness: 1″
Width: Various Widths
Length: Various Lengths 3′-7′

Each batch of reclaimed wood is unique and varies from the picture shown here.
https://www.ecosimplista.com/reclaimed-brown-wood-siding.html

Reclaimed Grey Wood
Reclaimed wood is salvaged from old homes, warehouses and historic mills throughout the Southeastern U.S. All the reclaimed wood is hand-milled for reuse in homes, offices, stores, and restaurants.

Thickness: 3/4″ or 1/2″
Width: Various Widths
Length: Various Lengths 3′-7′

Each batch of reclaimed wood is unique and varies from the picture shown here.
https://www.ecosimplista.com/reclaimed-grey-wood.html

Reclaimed White Wood
Reclaimed wood is salvaged from old homes, warehouses and historic mills throughout the Southeastern U.S. All the reclaimed wood is hand-milled for reuse in homes, offices, stores, and restaurants.

Thickness: 3/4″
Width: Various Widths
Length: Various Lengths 3′-7′

Each batch of reclaimed wood is unique and varies from the picture shown here.
https://www.ecosimplista.com/reclaimed-white-wood.html

Shou Sugi Ban Reclaimed Wood
Shou Sugi Ban is a type of reclaimed wood that is charred with fire. The fire helps preserve the wood. Reclaimed wood is salvaged from old homes, warehouses and historic mills throughout the Southeastern U.S. All the reclaimed wood is hand-milled for reuse in homes, offices, stores, and restaurants.

Thickness: 3/4″
Width: Various Widths
Length: Various Lengths 3′-7′

Each batch of reclaimed wood is unique and varies from the picture shown here.
Takes about two weeks to produce
https://www.ecosimplista.com/shou-sugi-ban-reclaimed-wood.html

As South Florida’s leader and supplier of eco-friendly building supplies and home solutions, the mission of Eco Simplista is quite simple. We believe the use of non-toxic, sustainable products and services will.

EcoSimplista – 217 SW 33rd Court. Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315
954 565 5900

Looking to do a renovation? Use AFM Safecoat sealers & paint needs!

December 2, 2021 by Contributor

Looking to do a renovation, call us at EcoSimplista (954-565-5900) for all of your AFM safecoat sealers & paint needs!

It’s never too early or too late to improve your living space with healthy products! Whether you’re renovating your long-time family home or decorating a child’s room or nursery, AFM Safecoat offers the safest, highest quality and least toxic paints and building products on the planet.

Visit EcoSimplista.com or call (954) 565-5900 to see which products best fit your project.

Live Life Simplista.

We believe it is possible to live life ‘green’ regardless of one’s income or position in life.
It takes a step by step approach to transition to a less selfish, clean, sustainable lifestyle. Each step becomes its own reward. Let us all try to leave this planet, our home, cleaner than we found it for the future of all humanity.

EcoSimplista – Your Eco\Friendly Home Improvement Company
217 SW 33rd Court, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315
(954) 565-5900
https://www.ecosimplista.com/

Startrails over the Florida Everglades

October 2, 2021 by Contributor

I got up 2:30am, had my coffee and left my house by 3am. It takes about 1 1/2 hours to reach my destination deep in the Florida Everglades. I have to walk through the area in total darkness with a small flashlight to find my spot to setup my tripod and shoot. I ususally adjust my camera settings at home before leaving, so I do not have to waste time on site. I have to capture about (180) 20 second images. When I get home, I download all the images and select the 180 images to stack and combine in my software. The whole processing part can take about 30-45 minutes once the image is combined to get this result.
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https://www.leesmithphotos.com/2021/10/startrails-over-the-florida-everglades/
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©2021 Smitty’s Holdings, Inc. – 20180812

The Fall Equinox at Deering Estate

September 28, 2021 by Contributor

The sun just rose above the horizon at the Deering Estate on this day – the Fall Equinox, when the sun rises in the middle of the boat basin. Creating an incredible sunrise photograph

To order a print: https://www.leesmithphotos.com/2021/09/the-fall-equinox-at-deering/